Prisoner (Dis)Integration in Australia: Three Stories of Parole and Community Supervision

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    Abstract

    In this chapter I examine the experiences of parole in South Australia. Specifically, I explore three dimensions: 1) how (would-be) parolees try to take charge of their post-custodial circumstances in order to avoid being “set up to fail”; 2) how over-policing (and outright police harassment) can inhibit successful integration into the community; and 3) how the right “type” of parole officer can make a positive difference even in the most difficult situations. In concluding I suggest that in political climates governed by a heightened emphasis on risk management, the capacity to build therapeutic and productive relationships with clients is largely pushed out of the frame. Implications for successful reintegration are briefly discussed.

    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationParole and Beyond: International Perspectives of Life After Prison
    PublisherSpringer
    Pages171-190
    Number of pages20
    ISBN (Print)9781349951178
    Publication statusPublished - 2016

    Publication series

    NamePalgrave Studies in Prisons and Penology
    VolumePart F4168
    ISSN (Print)2753-0604
    ISSN (Electronic)2753-0612

    Keywords

    • Prison
    • Community Corrections Officers
    • Community Supervision
    • Parole Plan
    • Parole Officers

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